MEP Estimator: Build Innovative, Cost-Driven Projects

DPR Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Dallas is seeking an experienced MEP Estimator to prepare and manage detailed cost estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems on moderately complex projects.

You will review drawings, specifications, and addenda, perform quantity takeoffs, engage with trade partners, and contribute to value engineering and estimating tool development to support project budgets and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of MEP estimating or related experience.
• Experience with design-build coordination and estimating practices.
• Familiarity with cost databases and estimating tools.

Responsibilities

• Owns MEP scopes and prepares detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates for MEP systems across project phases.
• Reviews drawings, specs, and addenda to identify scope requirements and risks; prepares bid tabs and scope summaries.
• Performs cost and value analyses to support design development and decisions.
• Engages with trade partners to evaluate bids and clarify proposals.
• Contributes to constructability and value engineering reviews for system design.
• Assists in developing and maintaining cost databases and estimating tools for MEP work.
• Collaborates with project teams to ensure estimates align with budgets and schedules.

Skills

MEP estimation

Quantity takeoffs

Bid evaluation

Design coordination

Value engineering

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in MEP or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Cost databases

Job description

DPR Construction in Dallas is seeking an experienced MEP Estimator to prepare and manage detailed cost estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems on moderately complex projects.

You will review drawings, specifications, and addenda, perform quantity takeoffs, engage with trade partners, and contribute to value engineering and estimating tool development to support project budgets and strategic goals.